Behavioral Therapy Services Program Director

Since our inception in 1992, Family Preservation Services (FPS) of Virginia has been a leader and innovator in the development of community-based services here in the Commonwealth of Virginia. FPS of Virginia currently operates 30 office sites, each designed to meet the unique needs of each community through the integration and use of evidence based and trauma-informed practices.With more than 900 employees servicing more than 3,000 individuals and families each year, FPS is the largest private provider of community based services in Virginia.As a leader in the area of mental health and behavioral health services, Family Preservation Services of Virginia, with the support and collective expertise of our global parent company, Pathways by Molina, will continue our commitment to promoting positive change in the individuals, families and communities we impact each day.FPS is committed to creating the best possible work environment for our team members and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSAs, vacation, sick, basic and optional life insurance, EAP, 401k (100% match for the 1st 4% employee contribution/immediate vesting) and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. A BTS Supervisor, under the supervision of a Regional or Clinical Director, is responsible for coordinating all activities related to the BTS program. He/she is responsible for the administrative integrity of staff/program; the supervisor is responsible for weekly family training provided to care providers of clients. He/she is responsible for completing BTS psycho-social assessments. He/she is responsible for performing specialized tasks, ie marketing, collaboration with professionals in the community, attending and providing trainings. He/she will perform related duties as required.Position Duties:1. Conducts comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments with clients and their family for behavioral treatment services admissions which include appraisal of the individual/family system, evaluation of the needs of the individual including a functional assessment and development of an appropriate diagnosis as supported by the assessment and based on the DSM-5 diagnosis given by a physician. Additional criterion referenced assessments, treatment development, and functional analysis as necessary.2. Meet weekly with BTS staff to discuss/provide feedback on behavioral interventions, practice/rehearse Applied Behavior Analysis strategies as indicated on the individualized service plans, provide support to ensure staff compliance with FPS policies and procedures, and address staff (home, school and FPS) concerns.3. Supervises BTS records. Provides oversight of the Behavioral Treatment Services records, insuring timeliness and accuracy according to Virginia Medicaid standards.4. Participates in the collection and review of data forms, and supports staff in using data to guide clinical practice.5. Facilitates treatment team meetings.6. Provides family and/or caregiver training weekly. 7. Oversees general operations and productivity of BTS program. 8. Participates in the assignment of BTS staff.9. Provides 24-hour support to staff managing behavioral crises.10.Supports staff with incident reporting.11.Attends & provides training to maintain program integrity. 12.Participates in the writing of employee evaluations.13.Participates in the interviewing, hiring and orientation of new staff.14.Participate in training of new staff.15.Maintains positive communications with community partners and referring workers.16.Participates in marketing opportunities.17.Responsible for growth and development of BCBA students through providing clinical supervision in accordance of the BACB and FPS standards. Required Qualifications: Must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in good standing, and be licensed (LBA) in Virginia. Additional experience in providing counseling/ behavioral services to youth and their families as well as administrative/managerial experience is preferred. Specialized experience and training related to children, adolescents, and families affected by Autism and other developmental disabilities. Must be able to provide BCBA certification and Board of Medicine License upon hire; should the candidate not hold a current LBA in VA, FPS may allow a grace period in which it can be obtained. Demonstrated proficiency in clinical skills and ongoing supervision provided under the Regional or Clinical Director may be required. Completion of BACB approved supervisory training preferred.Knowledge: * Child and Adolescent development/needs/behavior, with focus on ASD and other developmental disabilities. * Child psychopathology and diagnostic categories, with focus on ASD and other developmental disabilities. * Treatment planning and implementation, reviewing, and updating of Individualized service plans. * Best Practices in clinical treatment interventions and current research practices * Family systems and family dynamics * Training and experience in implementing Applied Behavior Analysis * Experience conducting Functional Assessment, implementing Positive Behavior Support Plans, and Data Analysis * Medical/Clinical and Medicaid documentation standards and practices * Community Resources and Natural Supports * Interaction and Communication Strategies * Cultural Competence * DSM-5 * Knowledge of mandated reporting requirements Skills & Abilities: * Effective interpersonal communication skills * Effective and timely documentation skills * Establishing effective clinical relationships with clients and families, and maintaining appropriate boundaries * Establishing and maintaining professional working relationships with staff and collaterals in community agencies, medical practices & facilities, etc. * Professionally networking in community to identify and access community resources for clients * Ability to read, comprehend and implement State service definitions for all services * Organizing, facilitating, and leading treatment team meetings * Using effective time management skills to complete required job duties * Conducting client assessments, developing and implementing treatment plans * Analyzing and evaluating situations and information, using sound judgment to make decisions and determine appropriate course of action * Planning, coordinating, and implementing treatment services to identified clients, while being cognizant of cultural, ethnic, and environmental differences * Crisis intervention with consumer/family member, including implementation of plan of safety * Technological skills: proficient in computer operations of email, internet use, data entry, word products such as Excel for reporting purposes. * Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Ability to deliver persuasive communications on sensitive and complex issues to appropriate people. * Reasoning Ability & Problem Resolution Skills: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. The ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables based on theory and the ability to plan and act on interventions. * Ability to possess valid Virginia driver's license and maintain a safe driving record. * Ability to travel independently to clients' homes and other community locations. Ability to access various physical plants, settings, and environment. Preferred Skills: